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Abbotsford Restaurant

4.5 (304)
£25 and under
British
3-5 Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PR

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Abbotsford Restaurant

4.5
£25 and under
British
Old Town

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
The Abbotsford serves wholesome pub food in one of the busiest parts of Edinburgh’s New Town. Classic pub fare is the mainstay of the menu, with dishes including beer battered haddock and chips, steak and ale pie, and haggis, neeps and tatties, and diners have the choice of dining al fresco, in the main bar, or in the restaurant. Situated at 3-5 Rose Street this is a pub beloved by diners and popular with locals and tourists alike. Edinburgh Waverley station is a five minute walk on foot, and historic Edinburgh Castle and the famous Royal Mile are a ten minute walk.

Please note due to our license we are unable to accommodate children under the age of five in the restaurant.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–9:45 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from closest bus stops on George street, Hanover Street, Princes Street and South St David Street.
  • Additional
    Beer

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Abbotsford Restaurant.

4.5

4.5
(304)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Abbotsford offers a delightful blend of historic charm, "excellent service," and "delicious food" in a cozy setting. Renowned for its "classic Scottish pub ambience" and a diverse menu featuring standout dishes like "steak and ale pie" and "haggis, neeps & tatties," this venue is a must-visit. "Highly recommended!"
304 Reviews
  1. Mark

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent staff and good food great pub downstairs just needed slightly better furnishings upstairs

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  2. paul Gold

    Wisconsin25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent freshly caught fish fry and great service and classic Scottish pub ambience

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  3. Tracey

    Edinburgh3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    When we arrived the music was so loud it was competing with the music in the restaurant. We did say something and the music in the kitchen was turned down however it gradually crept up again. The waitress was lovely, friendly and professional but she had no support. The venison was overcooked and the peas were cold. Overall it was ok but I would not return and I would not recommend to others

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  4. Natalia

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 15, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Potrebbe migliorare la qualità del cibo. Cameriere molto cortesi e gentili

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  5. Marie

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice comfy chairs food lovely and well presented only problem was no kids menu but they will do a small portion if you ask

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  6. Beatrice

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food wasn't bad. It was a shame, though, that we went there intending to have a pie, only for the waitress to tell us when we ordered that they didn't have any. Since there was very little else on the menu, we went for fish and chips. I would have appreciated being told beforehand. Also, we waited a long time for a waitress to take our order, even though the place wasn't full. It was managed a bit poorly.

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  7. Janette

    Glasgow2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was our first time eating here. Greeted by pleasant helpful staff food very nice food pub grub unfortunately we had to cancel el our desserts as I think there was an issue but will def be back and make sure we stay for desserts Jx

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  8. Sylvester

    Edinburgh1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 6, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    very good food and service spoiled a bit by nearby building work.

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  9. Marie Laure

    Edinburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Très belle expérience Le fish and ship est tres bon, le haggis également ! Les serveurs très aimables et serviables À recommander

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  10. Sofia

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was really bad. There were only a few guests in the restaurant and we still had to wait 40 minutes for the food.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–9:45 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from closest bus stops on George street, Hanover Street, Princes Street and South St David Street.
  • Additional
    Beer

FAQs

Smart casual is the guide at The Abbotsford, polished but relaxed, so neat, comfortable outfits are a good choice.

The Abbotsford tends to fill up at dinner, guests report it 'gets packed' and recommend booking, while lunches are often much quieter and more relaxed.

Yes, The Abbotsford offers al fresco dining, so you can eat outside as well as in the main bar or the upstairs restaurant.

Guests consistently describe generous, satisfying portions, reviewers call plates substantial or the perfect size and say they left very satisfied.

Friday evenings and Saturday lunchtimes are especially recommended, guests report excellent Friday evening meals and a great Saturday lunch experience.

Yes, The Abbotsford's cosy, conversation-friendly upstairs dining and attentive service make it a lovely choice for a special evening, with guests reporting celebration visits like engagements.

The Abbotsford feels like a cosy, historic Edinburgh pub, an atmospheric bar downstairs and a characterful restaurant upstairs, with soft background music and a warm, welcoming vibe.

For a quieter visit, head in for lunch, guests say their lunchtime visits were very calm; dinner is the busier period, so expect a livelier atmosphere then and book if you can.

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Abbotsford Restaurant

4.5
£25 and under
British
Old Town

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
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